In this episode of Rooted, hosts Josie and Simone are joined by Stan Thompson, the Director of Vocation Pathways and Partnerships at Bethel University. They delve into the topic of discovering one's purpose, passions, and calling in life. Stan shares his personal journey of navigating through different career paths and majors, emphasizing the importance of trying different things and being open to pivoting. He highlights the value of self-reflection, assessments, and exploring various interests to find alignment with one's skills and passions. Stan also emphasizes the dynamic nature of vocation and the significance of incorporating purpose into all aspects of life, including family, community, and career. Throughout the conversation, he encourages listeners to trust in God's plan and stay rooted in their relationship with Jesus.

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Stan Thompson is the Director of Vocation Pathways and Partnerships at Bethel University's Office of Career Development and Calling. With a passion for helping others, Stan has dedicated his career to guiding students in discovering their purpose, passions, and calling in life. He leads a team of professionals who provide coaching, presentations, and support to students as they navigate their career paths. Stan's background includes experience in various industries and roles, including music and banking. He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role at Bethel University.

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• Discovering one's purpose and calling is a dynamic process that may involve trying different things and being open to pivoting.
• Assessments, self-reflection, and exploring various interests can help individuals narrow down their career paths and find alignment with their skills and passions.
• Purpose extends beyond one's career and can be found in various aspects of life, such as family, community, and volunteer work.
• Trusting in God's plan and staying rooted in one's relationship with Jesus provides a firm foundation for navigating through life's challenges and uncertainties.
• Maintaining a strong connection with Jesus and investing in one's faith can bring peace and guidance, even in difficult times.

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• "I'm not big enough, strong enough, or smart enough to screw up God's plan."
• "Your time in college, your time in learning and life, really develops the skills that employers are looking for anyway."
• "I put my trust in Jesus and I stay in that through being in the Word and through really reflecting on how God has been faithful throughout my whole life, even in super hard times."
• "Keep that foundation strong, invest in that foundation, and everything else will fall into its appropriate place, even if it's a hard thing."
• "If you try something and you get like, let's say you graduate in a particular major, and you're like, I'm really not feeling this, this profession that I'm in... Well, you can pivot."

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REFERENCES

Bethel University's Office of Career Development and Calling - https://www.bethel.edu

Clifton Strengths Inventory - https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/home.aspx

Sadie Robertson - https://liveoriginal.com/

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